In this episode of The Local Exchange, I sit down with Sov Savors — the Lima-area food reviewer who’s been making serious noise across greater Northwest Ohio.

We dig into how he chooses the next restaurant, his process for creating high-quality review videos, and what it takes to stay honest while covering local spots. Sov also opens up about his passion and experience as a filmmaker outside of the food content, the hard life experiences that shaped him, and the importance of family in his life.

We talk about the upcoming 1st Annual Rib Fest coming to downtown Lima, the re-opening of A Touch of Europe on Main Street, and how Sov has become a real advocate for the community — helping drive thousands of new customers through the doors of local eateries.

Whether you’re a foodie, a local business owner, or just someone who  ...